Refrigeration Construction Foreman - Watson Refrigeration

Location: Columbia

Refrigeration Construction Foreman Watson Refrigeration Watson Refrigeration is seeking an experienced Refrigeration Construction Foreman to lead commercial refrigeration installation projects throughout the Carolinas and Virginia.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone with extensive commercial rack refrigeration installation experience who can confidently lead crews, coordinate projects, troubleshoot installation issues, and make sure work is completed safely, correctly, and on schedule.

What You’ll Do Supervise and lead refrigeration installation crews on commercial projects

Oversee installation of rack refrigeration systems, piping, equipment, controls, and related components

Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and refrigeration installation drawings

Coordinate daily jobsite activities, manpower, materials, and equipment

Ensure installations meet project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes

Identify and resolve installation issues in the field

Work closely with project managers, general contractors, customers, and other trades

Train, direct, and hold crew members accountable for quality and productivity

Monitor project progress and communicate updates, delays, and material needs

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite

Perform hands-on installation work when needed

Travel regularly throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia What We’re Looking For Extensive commercial rack refrigeration installation experience — REQUIRED Proven experience leading refrigeration installation crews

Strong knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems and installation practices

Ability to read and understand refrigeration plans, drawings, and specifications

Strong understanding of refrigeration piping, brazing, equipment installation, and system components

Ability to troubleshoot installation problems and make sound field decisions

Strong communication and leadership skills

Reliable, organized, and able to keep projects moving

Comfortable working in active commercial construction environments

Valid driver's license and dependable transportation

Willingness and ability to travel throughout the Carolinas and Virginia This Position Is a Great Fit For Someone Who:

You know rack refrigeration inside and out, have spent years in the field, and are ready to take the lead. We're looking for someone who can walk onto a jobsite, understand what needs to happen, direct the crew, solve problems, and keep the installation moving.

This is not an entry-level position. Extensive rack refrigeration installation experience is required.

Why Watson Refrigeration?

Join a team where your refrigeration experience matters. Watson Refrigeration is looking for experienced professionals who take pride in their work, know how to lead from the field, and understand what it takes to get a commercial refrigeration installation completed properly.

Apply today to join Watson Refrigeration as a Refrigeration Construction Foreman.

About Smart Care Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial food service, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.

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